Jul 18, 2025

Getting to Know: Dr. George S. Katselis

A Q-and-A with Dr. George S. Katselis (MSc’98, PhD’06), an Assistant Professor in the Department of Medicine and the Canadian Centre for Rural and Agricultural Health.

Jul 10, 2025

BIRM makes lasting impact on USask mentor and recent graduate

The Building Intercultural Resilience Mentorship (BIRM) program focuses on the growth and development of Indigenous high school students, but the University of Saskatchewan (USask) student mentors benefit just as much as their younger counterparts.

Jul 9, 2025

2025 - Year of milestones for physical therapy graduate

After completing the Master of Physical Therapy (MPT) program in December 2024, Henry Francisco started his career as a physical therapist at St. Paul's Hospital in Saskatoon with the inpatient acute care team but that is not the only big change for this graduate so far in 2025.

Jul 7, 2025

The MD-PhD path: Bridging medicine and research

Kirk Haan (BSc’20, MSc’21) is one of two students pursuing the Doctor of Medicine (MD) and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) dual program at the University of Saskatchewan (USask).

Jun 25, 2025

Queering the Classroom project aims to showcase student work, transform learning

Queering the Classroom is an open-access project from University of Saskatchewan (USask) Women’s and Gender Studies (WGST) led by Dr. Rachel Loewen Walker (BA’06, MA’08, PhD) with assistance from Andrew Hartman (BA’14, MEd’19, GTPC’24) and Harleen Arora (BComm’24). Loewen Walker recently spoke with University Relations about the scope and future of the project.

Jun 19, 2025

USask races past campaign goal to raise close to $571 million

Today marks a major milestone for the University of Saskatchewan (USask) and the province, as the Be What the World Needs Campaign—the largest fundraising campaign in Saskatchewan’s history—crosses the finish line. Together, alumni, individual, and corporate donors have helped USask surpass its audacious $500-million goal, reaching a grand total of $570,739,155.

Jun 17, 2025

USask medical student: shaping the future of population health

While working as a pharmacy assistant in rural Saskatchewan, Emilia Gillies (BASc’20, GCSUW’24, MSc’25) witnessed firsthand the gaps within the health-care system, particularly when it came to individuals who experienced substance abuse.

Jun 12, 2025

Relationships and Community: A Conversation with Dr. Jae Newton, Lindsay Gold Medalist

On June 5, 20205, Dr. Jae Newton received the Lindsay Gold Medal at the University of Saskatchewan’s Convocation ceremony. This medal is annually awarded to the graduating MD student with the most outstanding academic achievement in each year of training in the College of Medicine. Dr. Newton sat down with us to talk about her medical journey and how she got to where she is today.

Jun 4, 2025

A match made at USask

Rhodes Scholars Rachel Andres and Colin Dyck discovered their love for science—and their love for each other—while pursuing undergraduate degrees at the University of Saskatchewan

May 29, 2025

McDougall Gauley supports USask Law with $750,000 gift

A $750,000 gift from McDougall Gauley LLP to the University of Saskatchewan’s (USask) College of Law will create bursaries for students in need and provide long-term support for one of the college’s favourite traditions, the First-Year Welcoming Ceremony.

May 29, 2025

Connected to community

USask graduates Osemis Isbister-Bear (CIBA’00, BComm’03, MNDG’15) and Warren Isbister-Bear (BA’16) are Saskatoon professionals and volunteers who are dedicated to making a difference

May 28, 2025

Cameco gifts $10 million to USask

Cameco and the University of Saskatchewan (USask) are celebrating a partnership that will bring new opportunities to students, serve northern and Indigenous communities, support the province’s energy and mining sector, and impact global research.

May 14, 2025

‘A truly enriching academic experience’

As a student in USask’s School of Environment and Sustainability (SENS), Marlis Merry (MSs’21) learned about the pressing issues that concern our planet and became inspired to make positive change

May 14, 2025

USask researchers link plants and people through advanced medical imaging

Using cutting-edge nuclear imaging technology, medical isotopes produced at the Saskatchewan Cyclotron Facility (Facility) and a deep knowledge of chemistry and biology, two University of Saskatchewan (USask) researchers are uncovering surprising connections between plant science and human health.

May 7, 2025

AI risky as corporate governance tool, USask-led team finds

Corporate leaders today face increasing pressure to use artificial intelligence (AI) applications to augment decision-making, but they should be wary of risks in AI that can undermine the power and influence of strategic management roles.

May 5, 2025

Five USask faculty members honoured with distinguished professorship

The honorary title of distinguished professor is an award that celebrates lifetime achievement in research, scholarly, and artistic work. Three University of Saskatchewan (USask) faculty members and two professors emerti were selected to receive the honorary title this year.

May 5, 2025

‘Writing makes my life meaningful’

Alumnus Dr. Yuan Changming (MA’92, PhD’96), who studied English at the University of Saskatchewan, is an award-winning poet, writer, editor, publisher, tutor, and translator

Apr 30, 2025

USask appoints Scott Banda as 17th chancellor

The University of Saskatchewan (USask) has appointed Scott Banda (BA'86, LLB'90) as its 17th chancellor, an appointment that was confirmed by University Senate on April 26, 2025.

Apr 25, 2025

Building relationships through art

Through her multidisciplinary practice, Xiao Han (MFA’16) explores her identity as an immigrant artist while learning about life on the Canadian Prairies

Apr 14, 2025

Supporting our students

Completing a degree in medicine is a major achievement and a huge responsibility. It requires a significant investment of time, money, and dedication. Support in the form of scholarships, bursaries and awards can be critical in ensuring students have the resources they need to achieve their educational goals.

Apr 14, 2025

Food for thought

USask alumnus Bob Deutscher (BComm’10), who runs a food photography business in Saskatoon, reflects on his time as a university student and his current entrepreneurial pursuits

Apr 7, 2025

The impact of Rossmo’s Formula

While working as a police officer, USask graduate Dr. Kim Rossmo (BA’78) developed a mathematical model to help locate serial criminals. His innovative work in criminology has since sparked diverse research in epidemiology, biology, the arts, and more.

Apr 1, 2025

USask alumni earn book award nominations

More than a dozen USask graduates have been shortlisted for the 2025 Saskatchewan Book Awards, which will be celebrated during a gala and awards ceremony on May 9 in Saskatoon

Mar 31, 2025

‘Turning curiosity into action’

Award-winning USask graduate Dr. Monique Simair (BSc’04, PhD’09) has leveraged her passion for science, innovation, and problem-solving into two successful environmental consultancy businesses